Scientists just recreated a wildfire that made its own weather

 On September 5, 2020, California's Creek Fire grew so severe that it began producing it's own weather system. The fire's extreme heat produced an explosive thunderhead that spewed lightning strikes and further fanned the roaring flames, making containment elusive and endangering the lives of firefighters on the ground. These wildfire-born storms have become a growing part of fire seasons across the West, with lasting impacts on air quality, weather, and climate. Until now, scientists have struggled to replicate them in Earth system models, hindering our ability to predict their occurrence and understand their impacts on the global climate. Now, a new study provides a breakthrough by developing a novel wildfire-Earth system modeling framework.

The research, published September 25th in Geophysical Research Letters, represents the first successful simulation of these wildfire-induced storms, known as pyrocumulonimbus clouds, within an Earth system model. Led by DRI scientist Ziming Ke, the study successfully reproduced the observed timing, height, and strength of the Creek Fire's thunderhead - one of the largest known pyrocumulonimbus clouds seen in the U.S., according to NASA. The model also replicated multiple thunderstorms produced by the 2021 Dixie Fire, which occurred under very different conditions. Accounting for the way that cloud development is aided by moisture lofted into the higher reaches of the atmosphere by terrain and winds is key to their findings.

"This work is a first-of-its-kind breakthrough in Earth system modeling," Ke said. "It not only demonstrates how extreme wildfire events can be studied within Earth system models, but also establishes DRI's growing capability in Earth system model development -- a core strength that positions the institute to lead future advances in wildfire-climate science."

When a pyrocumulonimbus cloud forms, it injects smoke and moisture into the upper atmosphere at magnitudes comparable to those of small volcanic eruptions, impacting the way Earth's atmosphere receives and reflects sunlight. These fire aerosols can persist for months or longer, altering stratospheric composition. When transported to polar regions, they affect Antarctic ozone dynamics, modify clouds and albedo, and accelerate ice and snow melt, reshaping polar climate feedbacks. Scientists estimate that tens to hundreds of these storms occur globally each year, and that the trend of increasingly severe wildfires will only grow their numbers. Until now, failing to incorporate these storms into Earth system models has hindered our ability to understand this natural disturbance's impact on global climate.

The research team also included scientists from Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, U.C. Irvine, and Pacific Northwest National Laboratory. Their breakthrough leveraged the Department of Energy's (DOE) Energy Exascale Earth System Model (E3SM) to successfully capture the complex interplay between "This work is a first-of-its-kind breakthrough in Earth system modeling," Ke said. "It not only demonstrates how extreme wildfire events can be studied within Earth system models, but also establishes DRI's growing capability in Earth system model development -- a core strength that positions the institute to lead future advances in wildfire-climate science."

When a pyrocumulonimbus cloud forms, it injects smoke and moisture into the upper atmosphere at magnitudes comparable to those of small volcanic eruptions, impacting the way Earth's atmosphere receives and reflects sunlight. These fire aerosols can persist for months or longer, altering stratospheric composition. When transported to polar regions, they affect Antarctic ozone dynamics, modify clouds and albedo, and accelerate ice and snow melt, reshaping polar climate feedbacks. Scientists estimate that tens to hundreds of these storms occur globally each year, and that the trend of increasingly severe wildfires will only grow their numbers. Until now, failing to incorporate these storms into Earth system models has hindered our ability to understand this natural disturbance's impact on global climate.

The research team also included scientists from Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, U.C. Irvine, and Pacific Northwest National Laboratory. Their breakthrough leveraged the Department of Energy's (DOE) Energy Exascale Earth System Model (E3SM) to successfully capture the complex interplay between wildfires and the atmosphere.wildfires and the atmosphere.

"Our team developed a novel wildfire-Earth system modeling framework that integrates high-resolution wildfire emissions, a one-dimensional plume-rise model, and fire-induced water vapor transport into DOE's cutting-edge Earth system model," Ke said. "This breakthrough advances high-resolution modeling of extreme hazards to improve national resilience and preparedness, and provides the framework for future exploration of these storms at regional and global scales within Earth system models."

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"Our team developed a novel wildfire-Earth system modeling framework that integrates high-resolution wildfire emissions, a one-dimensional plume-rise model, and fire-induced water vapor transport into DOE's cutting-edge Earth system model," Ke said. "This breakthrough advances high-resolution modeling of extreme hazards to improve national resilience and preparedness, and provides the framework for future exploration of these storms at regional and global scales within Earth system models.""Our team developed a novel wildfire-Earth system modeling framework that integrates high-resolution wildfire emissions, a one-dimensional plume-rise model, and fire-induced water vapor transport into DOE's cutting-edge Earth system model," Ke said. "This breakthrough advances high-resolution modeling of extreme hazards to improve national resilience and preparedness, and provides the framework for future exploration of these storms at regional and global scales within Earth system models."

How will older adults be affected by Trump's 'One Big Beautiful Bill'?

 

• The tax cut and spending bill, or the so-called “One Big Beautiful Bill Act”, recently approved by the United States Congress reduces federal spending on healthcare programs by $1 trillion over the next eight years.
• Experts say older adults could be directly affected by cuts being made to Medicare and Medicaid programs.
• They also note that the prices of some drugs, such as cancer and myeloma treatments, could increase and nursing homes could reduce services.

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act, signed by U.S. President Donald Trump on July 4, will impact a wide array of health-related programs in the United States.

The bill, officially known as House Resolution 1, is expected to reduce federal spending on health-related programs by $1 trillion between now and 2034.

It’s estimated that those cuts will cause at least 10 million people to lose health insurance coverage during the next nine years.

How will healthcare for older adults be impacted?

More than 66 million older Americans receive health insurance coverage under the Medicare program.

There isn’t any direct mention of Medicare cuts in the Trump bill, but there are measures that could impact people who are enrolled in the program.

Under a 2010 budget mechanism law known as PAYGO, which is tied to the national debt, the Congressional Budget Office estimates the Trump bill could trigger $500 billion in Medicare cuts between 2026 and 2034.

Those cuts would be in provider reimbursements, which are payments made by Medicare to doctors, hospitals, and other healthcare providers.

The Health Foundation for Western & Central New York states that these reimbursement reductions could cause healthcare providers, especially specialists and rural facilities, to stop accepting new Medicare patients or even discontinue Medicare altogether.

In addition, the Center for Medicare Advocacy reports the bill will also reduce the number of people eligible to receive Medicare. They say some non-citizens who meet Medicare eligibility requirements through work history or residency length will no longer be covered.

“This represents a major policy shift. While undocumented immigrants have never been eligible for Medicare, lawfully present individuals who worked and paid into the system have historically been able to qualify for Medicare benefits,” the center states.

The new eligibility requirements are scheduled to take effect on Jan. 1, 2027.

The bill also prohibits the implementation of two finalized rules until October 1, 2034. One of those rules imposes a nine-year ban on implementing improvements to Medicare Savings Programs that help lower-income Medicare beneficiaries pay for premiums and out-of-pocket costs.

The Kaiser Family Foundation reports that the $793 million in cuts to Medicaid services could affect 22 million people aged 50 and older who now use the low-income health program.

Kanwar Kelley, MD, a specialist in otolaryngology, head and neck surgery as well as obesity medicine and lifestyle medicine and the co-founder and chief executive officer of Side Health, says these reductions put older adults in a predicament.

“This bill boasts savings, but at the expense of decreasing access to care, especially in a population that is closest to retirement,” Kelley told Medical News Today. “The cuts in funding will restrict their access to care and cause changes in planning for retirement, due to budget constraints or the need to continue working to continue coverage into later life.”

Medicaid, the health program for lower-income households, will be hardest hit by a $790 billion cut from its budget over the next decade.

The bill also reduces funding for food assistance programs, Planned Parenthood, and rural hospitals.

Many of these reductions will affect programs that serve older adults, including Medicare, which provides health insurance for people 65 years and older.

Some of the impacts will take years to be felt. Other provisions, however, could directly affect people’s lives in the next year or two.

Here’s a look at five areas where older adults could be affected.

Prescription drug prices could remain high

The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 gave Medicare officials the power to negotiate prices for certain high-cost medications, with the first negotiated prices taking effect in 2026.

The Wall Street Journal reports that the bill could help reduce the prices of some drugs. However, it states that the bill also delays Medicare price negotiations for other drugs, including the cancer-fighting medication Keytruda. Other drugs, such as the myeloma treatment Darzalex, will be excluded entirely from Medicare negotiations.

The Center for Medical Advocacy reports that the bill also carves out “orphan drugs”Trusted Source (medications for rare diseases) from this negotiation process, limiting Medicare’s ability to control costs for some of the most expensive medications.

Gerard Anderson, PhD, a professor in health policy and management at the Bloomberg School of Public Health at Johns Hopkins University, notes that older adults could be impacted.

“About 40 percent of Medicare beneficiaries receive low-income subsidies, a cost-sharing program within Medicare Part D that makes prescription drugs more affordable,” Anderson said in a news release from the university. “This law reduces the amount of the premium support these beneficiaries receive. This means [low-income subsidy] recipients will pay more for prescriptions.”

Obamacare enrollment may become more difficult

Experts say the bill will reduce the number of people enrolled in Affordable Care Act (ACA) health insurance programs as well as increase premiums on those who kept their plans.

The Kaiser Family Foundation estimates that more than 5 million people ages 55 to 64 are now receiving health insurance through the ACA, also known as Obamacare.

The foundation says the bill’s changes to shorten the enrollment period, impose new documentation requirements, and eliminate automatic re-enrollment will make it more difficult for older adults to sign up for ACA programs.

They also note that the bill does not extend enhanced ACA premium tax credits that are set to expire at the end of this year. That means enrollees with incomes more than four times the official poverty level would lose subsidy eligibility. Those with incomes between 100% and 400% of the poverty level will receive a smaller tax credit.

The foundation estimates that more than half of Obamacare enrollees with incomes above four times the poverty threshold are between the ages of 50 and 64. They note that premiums are generally higher for this age group because they need more medical attention.

The impact on nursing homes, long-term care facilities

The Kaiser Family Foundation states that the new law will reduce federal funds for nursing care facilities and will likely lead to reductions in spending for other long-term care services.

The bill also prohibits the implementation of a Biden Administration rule on nursing facility staffing. The rule aims to help address long-standing concerns about inadequate staffing and the quality of care.

The bill also reduces Medicaid funds available to nursing facilities through a moratorium on provider taxes (in place for nursing facilities in 46 states) and new limits on some payments to nursing facilities (known as state-directed payments).

The foundation also states that substantial cuts to federal Medicaid spending could lead to reduced spending for home care, which includes long-term care provided in people’s homes and the community.

During the last major reduction in federal spending, many states reduced spending on home care by serving fewer people or by cutting benefits or payment rates, the foundation reports.

“Restricting or removing access to this care will be difficult with a growing aging population,” Kelley said. “The bill also delays staffing requirements, which will worsen gaps in care for the same aging population.”

How older women’s health will be affected

Miller Morris, MA, MPH, a women’s health researcher and founder of the menstrual health Comma, a service focusing on menstrual health, said the bill’s provisions might be particularly harsh on older women.

“Women’s unique healthcare needs do not end at menopause. Cancer screening, menopause care, and blood pressure and chronic condition monitoring are all crucial services for women over the age of 50,” Morris told Medical News Today.

She noted that many of these health services are provided by Planned Parenthood, an organization she says is under attack in the bill.

Miller added that women tend to live longer than men and therefore comprise a majority of nursing home residents.

“The bill blocks national minimum staffing requirements for nursing homes, thus threatening the safety and health of women this standard is meant to protect,” Morris said.

Source - Medical News Today.

Carbohydrates: Are they really essential?

 Carbohydrates are a type of macronutrient, and they provide the body with energy. Whether they are essential to the diet remains a highly debated topic. In this Honest Nutrition feature, we define the term “carbohydrates,” discuss whether they are essential in the diet, and explain what happens when people restrict them.

To address whether carbs are essential, it is essential to explore the role of carbohydrates — specifically glucose — in the body and diet.

Carbohydrates are one of the three main classes of macronutrients, alongside proteins and fats. They provide energy to the body, which breaks them down into glucose.

There are three types of carbohydrates: starches, simple sugars, and dietary fiber. However, people may use the term carbohydrates loosely, and incorrectly, to define just starchy foods.

Using this term to refer solely to starchy foods such as bread, rice, and potatoes may lead to an incomplete understanding of the role of carbohydrates in the diet and the body.

Furthermore, carbs are present in a wide variety of foods. Here are some dietary sources of carbs:

Food group	Carbs per serving, in grams	Examples
grains	15	quinoa, sweet potato, and rice
legumes	17	pinto beans, black beans, and lentil peas
dairy	11	cow’s milk, yogurt, and cheese
fruits	15	cherries, raspberries, and stone fruit
vegetables	5	Brussels sprouts, bok choy, and cabbage

These numbers show that nonstarchy vegetables provide about one-third the amount of carbohydrates compared with grains, legumes, and fruits. However, they are not completely devoid of carbs.

Given that food sources of carbohydrates also provide essential micronutrients — such as B vitamins for energy production and disease-fighting phytochemicalsTrusted Source — these foods remain important in the diet.

However, the diversity of food sources of carbohydrates means that higher intakes of starchy foods specifically may not be necessary.

Carbohydrates in the body

The body breaks down carbohydrate into its major energy-producing form — glucoseTrusted Source.

Glucose then undergoes a series of enzyme reactions that generate the energy-producing substrates pyruvate and lactate in a process called glycolysisTrusted Source.

Under normal metabolic conditions and oxygen availability, pyruvate is the main precursor to energy production in the mitochondria of the cell, and the body consistently produces small amounts of lactate via the lactate shuttle.

However, when an oxygen debt occurs — such as during intense physical activity — lactate, in the form of lactic acidTrusted Source, becomes the primary substrate that the body uses to provide energy to muscle cells.

In the mitochondria, the further processing of pyruvate produces acetyl-coenzyme A (acetyl-CoA)Trusted Source, a two-carbon compound that combines with carbohydrate-derived oxaloacetateTrusted Source to form citrate and start the tricarboxylic acid (TCA)Trusted Source cycle.

Amino acids and fatty acids also produce some acetyl-CoA.

The TCA cycle, which people may also refer to as the Krebs cycle, generates carbon dioxide and adenosine triphosphate (ATP)Trusted Source — a signaling molecule and the “energy” that enables muscles to contract.

Each glucose molecule goes through two rounds of the TCA cycle, producing ATP and carbon dioxide. This gas enters the blood and leaves the lungs during exhalation.

What happens when you restrict carbohydrates?

A steady supply of glucose is necessary to maintain oxaloacetate levels and regular functioning of the TCA cycle.

When dietary carbohydrates are restricted, the TCA cycle is diminished, and ketone production becomes predominant for energy needs.

The body then relies on ketogenic amino acidsTrusted Source and fatty acids to produce acetyl-CoA. However, instead of entering the TCA cycle, acetyl-CoA substrates are metabolized to form the ketone bodiesTrusted Source acetoacetate and beta-hydroxybutyrate.

The production of ketone bodies takes place in the liver, but these molecules enter the circulation and travel to the brain, heart, kidney, and skeletal muscle to supply energy.

This alternative metabolic pathway for energy production in the body has motivated many low carbohydrate diets as an approach to reduce the chronic disease riskTrusted Source associated with the excess intake of dietary carbohydrate, particularly that of refined carbohydrates and added sugars.

Two of the groups of people most likely to restrict carbohydrates are athletes and those trying to lose weight.

Athletes

Keto adaptationTrusted Source, which refers to the metabolic adjustment to using fat as the predominant energy source when carbohydrates are restricted, can take as little as 5–6 days.

A 2018 studyTrusted Source involving weightlifting athletes demonstrated that a low carbohydrate ketogenic diet reduced body fat without compromising lean muscle mass and powerlifting performance.

However, many studiesTrusted Source in endurance athletes have revealed that this dietary approach lowers peak power and impairsTrusted Source exercise performance.

For this population, therefore, keto adaption may not be the optimal dietary choice. However, more long-term studies are necessary to confirm this.

Several scientific studiesTrusted Source even advocate for high carbohydrateTrusted Source diets for endurance and elite athletes.

Weight loss

When appropriate, weight loss improves metabolic health and reduces obesity-related comorbidities.

Weight loss is often a major motivator for those following low carbohydrate, high fat (ketogenic) diets, and based on the carbohydrate-insulin theoryTrusted Source, carbohydrate restriction does offer metabolic advantages.

However, although carbohydrate restriction is beneficial for some people — with a ketogenic diet promoting weight loss and a reduction in blood sugar markers — it can increaseTrusted Source the risk of heart disease and the levels of LDL cholesterol, the so-called bad cholesterol.

Furthermore, many researchers have disregarded the carbohydrate-insulin theory as too simplistic given the lack of evidence to demonstrate that a high carbohydrate intake is fattening for most people.

In fact, the restriction of dietary fat leads to more significantTrusted Source body fat loss than carbohydrate restriction in people with obesity.

Instead, overall caloric intake — regardless of the percentages of carbohydrates, protein, and fat intake — appears to matter more for long-term diet adherence and weight loss.

Glucose tolerance and carbohydrate restriction

Glycemic indexTrusted Source and glycemic loadTrusted Source are predictive measures of how a carbohydrate food or combination of foods may affect insulin and blood sugar levels.

For instance, foods with a low glycemic index, which include complex carbohydrates such as quinoa, should have less effect on blood sugar levels than high glycemic index foods such as simple sugars.

However, this system is inconsistentTrusted Source and does not account for individual differences in tolerance to carbohydrates and glucose. These differences help determine exactly how much foods raise blood sugar by in some people.

Individuals may react differently to carbohydrates in the diet, depending on their glucose toleranceTrusted Source, which doctors base on the results of fasting blood sugar, glycated hemoglobin, and oral glucose tolerance tests.

For those with impaired glucose toleranceTrusted Source or insulin resistance, which will include people with prediabetes and hormonal imbalances such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), carbohydrate restriction is beneficial for improved metabolic health.

It is important to monitor which carbohydrate foods spike blood sugar levels in these individuals because glucose tolerance may also vary from day to day and depending on the time of the day.

The bottom line

Carbohydrates are a macronutrient that provides the body with energy. They occur naturally in a variety of foods, including grains, legumes, fruits, vegetables, and dairy. Despite this, many people use the term carbohydrates to describe starchy foods and simple sugars.

In the body, carbohydrates generate pyruvate, acetyl-CoA, and oxaloacetate in the tricarboxylic acid cycle, playing a key role in energy production.

In the absence of carbohydrates, the body uses ketogenic amino acids and fatty acids to produce ketone bodies for energy production. This process is called keto adaptation.

Carbohydrates are not the only source of energy production in the body, but they provide supportive essential nutrients for energy production, such as B vitamins.

A low carbohydrate diet may improve metabolic markers in people with glucose intolerance and insulin resistance, but it may not be appropriate for other groups of people, such as endurance athletes.

Source - Medical News Today

Do anti-inflammatory diets really work?

 There is a strong association between chronic inflammation and noncommunicable diseases, such as heart disease, arthritis, and cancer. Evidence also suggests that a person’s diet may trigger or subdue inflammation in the body, influencing disease risk. In this Honest Nutrition feature, we explore the effectiveness of anti-inflammatory diets and their potential benefits. We also dispel common myths.

An anti-inflammatory diet is richTrusted Source in foods containing health-promoting antioxidants, polyphenols, and other immune-boosting compounds that have the potential to fight inflammation in the body.

Inflammation is the body’s natural response to injury and infection. However, experts link persistent and chronic inflammationTrusted Source to insulin resistance and an increased risk of diabetes, heart disease, cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, and many other chronic conditions.

Foods with anti-inflammatory properties include, but are not limited to:

• herbs and spicesTrusted Source, such as turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, garlic, pepper, and rosemary
• fruit, including pineapple, papaya, mango, berries, and acerola cherry
• vegetables, such as carrots, pumpkin, green leafy vegetables, and zucchini
• peas and beans, such as pinto beans, chickpeas, lentils, and black-eyed peas
• oily fish and other omega-3 sources, including sardines, salmon, mackerel, herring, and fish oil
• dairy, such as yogurt
• whole grains, such as corn, cornmeal, and whole grain pasta, bread, and rice.

How does an anti-inflammatory diet work?

According to researchTrusted Source, several foods cause inflammation in the body, including highly refined carbohydrates and added sugars, red meat, trans and saturated fats, and saltTrusted Source.

Although there is no well-defined anti-inflammatory diet, there are broad recommendations for foods to get more of and those to get less of to treat inflammation in the body.

Furthermore, studies show that diets not designed as anti-inflammatory have inflammation-lowering benefits, and health experts recommend them for general good health.

For instance, the Mediterranean dietTrusted Source and the dietary approaches to stop hypertensionTrusted Source diet — designed to reduce the risk of heart disease and blood pressure, respectively — are effective anti-inflammatory diets.

The goal of an anti-inflammatory diet is to eliminate pro-inflammatory foods and replace them with nutritionally adequate foods and herbs and spices that are high in anti-inflammation compounds, such as vitamin CTrusted Source.

For instance, avoiding refined flour, excess salt from precooked foods, and sugary beverages and increasing one’s daily intake of fruit, vegetables, and whole grains are among common recommendations.

Anti-inflammatory diets also support gut health. As many as 70–80%Trusted Source of immune cells are present in the gut, so optimizing gut health is integral to promoting immune health and eliminating chronic inflammation.

It is advisable to consume foods rich in prebiotics and probiotics, such as legumes and yogurt, every day.

Tips for getting started on an anti-inflammatory diet include the following:

• Replace sugar-sweetened beverages, such as sodas and concentrated juices, with plain or fruit-infused water.
• Increase your fiber intake by eating more whole grains, fruits, and vegetables daily.
• Eat fatty fish, including sardines and salmon, twice per week.
• Include into your diet more nuts, seeds, nut butter, avocado, and olive oil for healthy fats.
• Incorporate more herbs and spices.
• Sip on herbal teas, such as ginger, garlic, cinnamon, or rosemary tea.

Potential health benefits

Lower disease risk

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)Trusted Source, chronic conditions, such as heart disease and stroke, are the leading cause of death and disability in the United States.

ResearchTrusted Source demonstrates that anti-inflammatory diets reduce markers of inflammation in the body and the risk of chronic conditions.

A 2016 reviewTrusted Source found that the Mediterranean diet reduced C-reactive protein — a test that indicates inflammation in the body — by 20%, and overall heart disease risk by 30%.

Researchers suggest that the diet reduces heart disease risk by lowering inflammation in blood vessel walls and maintaining their health and resilience.

Adherence to the Mediterranean diet also has the potential to reduce the risk of developingTrusted Source rheumatoid arthritis, although more studies are necessary to explore this benefit.

Less severe symptoms

Symptoms of chronic conditions, such as muscle pain, swollen joints, itchy skin, tiredness, and mood swings, may become debilitating or disruptive, affecting a person’s quality of life and comfort.

Research into the effects of an anti-inflammatory diet in individuals with psoriasisTrusted Source, chronic obstructive pulmonary diseaseTrusted Source, and depressionTrusted Source found improvement of some symptoms and quality of life in some instances.

This means that for someone with a chronic condition, an anti-inflammatory diet may support improved symptom management and a better quality of life.

In addition, other researchTrusted Source notes that anti-inflammatory diets may reduce fatigue brought on by a chronic condition.

However, instead of focusing on a single nutrient, people should follow a balanced diet rich in fiber, whole grains, fruit, vegetables, and omega-3 fats to manage fatigue.

Downsides

Inconsistent findings

Anti-inflammatory diets are an emerging science with conflicting findings.

According to some researchTrusted Source, tomato is a pro-inflammatory food that people should avoid and replace with other vegetables, such as pumpkin. Still other findingsTrusted Source suggest that its lycopene content has anti-inflammatory properties.

These inconsistencies between published data may leave you feeling confused about which foods are right for you. Be mindful of your allergies and consult with a registered dietitian to develop an appropriate meal plan.

Cannot cure diseases

Several health-related websites offer the “best” anti-inflammatory diets to “cure” conditions such as fibromyalgia, multiple sclerosis, and arthritis.

While anti-inflammatory diets are effective at reducing inflammation and improving symptoms, saying that they are a cure for autoimmune and chronic conditions is an overstatement.

A person should adopt an anti-inflammatory diet to support appropriate medical treatment, not to replace it.

Lifestyle habits

Lifestyle habits also play a role in the development of inflammation.

Research associates poor sleepTrusted Source, lack of physical activityTrusted Source, and psychological stressTrusted Source with increased inflammation, weakened immunity, and an increased risk of heart disease.

In addition to fueling your diet with anti-inflammatory foods, support lower levels of inflammation by:

• aiming for 7–9 hours of uninterrupted sleep
• exercising for 150 minutesTrusted Source per week, including cardio, resistance, and balance training
• trying to manageTrusted Source stress.

The bottom line

Anti-inflammatory diets are rich in health-promoting antioxidants, polyphenols, and other immune-boosting compounds that lower inflammation in the body.

Replace pro-inflammatory foods — such as highly refined carbohydrates and added sugars, red meat, trans and saturated fats, and salt — with whole grains, fruit, vegetables, yogurt, herbs and spices, and healthy fats.

Although anti-inflammatory diets effectively reduce inflammation and improve disease symptoms, they are not a cure for autoimmune and chronic conditions and should be an addition to appropriate medical treatment, not a replacement.

Source - Medical News Today.